Monica Myhill CMP, CRP, CPTD Chief Learning Strategist 507.424.4867 mmyhill@exhibitorgroup.com
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If you have questions about upcoming events, sessions, or your transcript, Olivia will dive in and help. She'll also share with you how to get one step closer to your certification or upgrade levels.
Chris Bruce CTSM Gold CTSM Portfolio Manager cbruce@exhibitorgroup.com
Navigating the CTSM portfolio? Look no further than Chris, your dedicated expert. His in-depth knowledge and unwavering commitment to your success ensure smooth sailing every step of the way. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions.
The Core Curriculum Faculty
Errol Ahearn, account director, Spiro, Part of the GES Collective.
Errol has over 25 years of experience in Exhibit and Event Marketing. He’s one of the top award-winning creative leaders in our industry. He’s also an industry thought leader and speaker at EXHIBITORLIVE, PCMA, EDPA, HCEAConnect and many other events. He leads multi-disciplinary teams to support global clients in the areas of Healthcare, Aerospace, and Technology. Errol has traveled extensively around the globe supporting clients and discovering the latest exhibition strategies for many years.
Kelly Franklin Bagnall, Esq., partner, Holland & Knight
Kelly Franklin Bagnall has represented hotel and resort owners and management companies nationwide in virtually all aspects of operational matters, including litigation, arbitration and attending to risk management and security issues. Kelly is a partner with the law firm of Holland & Knight, LLP, and is a member of the Academy of Hospitality Industry Attorneys, Meeting Professionals International, National Association of Credit Management, and the State Bar of Texas.
Brian Baker, vice president, Highmark TechSystems
Brian Baker has over 25 years of Event industry experience, and is one of its most prominent creative leaders. EDPA's Designer of the Year in 2017, he is very active in mentoring young designers and students. Brian studied design at the world-renowned Center for Creative Studies, and received his bachelor's from Purdue. He has worked with many high-profile brands including Coca-Cola, Intel, Best Buy, Home Depot, FedEx, Anheuser Busch, Michelin, Volvo, & The Atlanta Braves.
Susan Brauer, CME, president, Brauer Consulting Group
With more than 25 years of experience in face-to-face marketing, Susan Brauer has presented numerous workshops to help exhibitor and event marketers achieve more results-oriented programs. Susan's passion is to help organizations maximize their efforts by helping them build measurable strategies to achieve ongoing face-to-face marketing success.
Kim Burkus, (CTSM candidate), VP, group account director, Jack Morton
Kim joined Jack Morton in 1996, working in a variety of roles in the experiential marketing business, including Project Coordinator, Producer, Account Manager and Director of Project Management. In her current role as VP, Group Account Director she maintains and grows client relationships, making sure that teams are working efficiently and effectively to deliver on our clients' objectives. She has managed hundreds of projects for key accounts, primarily in the healthcare industry.
Katharine Chestnut, CTSM Diamond, founder and author, LNAL Life
Katharine is a dynamic individual who excels as a writer, speaker, and co-working owner. She prioritizes self-care and has extensively studied wellness disciplines to support her own personal growth. She transitions effortlessly from marketing to kinesiology and coaching. Her recent accomplishments include Inner Affirmations Inspirations, The Mindful Life community, and meditations on the Insight Timer app. Katharine's speaking style is captivating, blending science, wit, and spirituality to deliver engaging talks that are easy to understand.
Rebecca Coons, president, Nalu Creative and Nalu Builds
Rebecca Coons, President, Nalu Creative and Nalu Builds, has been in the live meeting/event industry since 1986. She has received numerous awards, serves on key industry associations, advises influential publications and has been a spokesperson at major events. The Nalu Creative team is based in Hawaii but works around the globe to bring the perfect balance of creative solutions, unique entertainment, production design and technical expertise to their clients.
Betsy Earle, CTSM Diamond, managing director/founder, Event Driven Solutions
Betsy P. Earle, CTSM, Diamond-Level, is a marketing consultant, speaker, and trainer, as well as the Managing Director and Founder of Event Driven Solutions. Betsy works closely with her clients to execute successful trade show programs and exhibit designs, as well as on their marketing programs. Betsy obtained her MBA at the University of Miami, with a concentration in Marketing & Statistics, and her BA and BS at the University of Rhode Island.
Kevin England, CEO and president, Vonazon
As founder, CEO, and President of Vonazon-one of the nation's leading digital marketing, advertising, and media agencies-Kevin England is an impassioned entrepreneur and executive strategist. With over three decades of proven experience in growing businesses in all industries across the globe, England's skill for innovation is a fine-tuned machine. He focuses on value-driven content, helping encourage and enable companies to drive measurable and sustainable growth that takes their business to the next level.
Joe Federbush, president/chief strategist, EVOLIO Marketing
How do you manage it if you don't measure it? President and Chief Strategist of EVOLIO Marketing, Joe works with major brands like Intel, Lenovo, and Novo Nordisk, developing actionable KPIs, conducting surveys, and analyzing/reporting results for exhibit and event success. Joe delivers actionable insights that help companies optimally execute their exhibits and event programs to deliver greater return on experiences (ROX), emotion (ROE), and investment (ROI). Learn more at www.evoliomarketing.com.
Jeff Hannah, founder and president, Global Exhibitor
Jeff Hannah, Founder & President of Global Exhibitor, is an expert in the global trade show industry. He podcasts, consults, writes, and speaks about cross-cultural and trade show differences. Having founded companies in the UK, UAE and the USA, he has produced branded environments in over 50 countries for many of the world's top brands. He hosts The Global Exhibitor Podcast, and blogs at www.GlobalExhibitor.com. Hannah holds a BS in Industrial Design from Georgia Tech.
Felicia Kaban (CTSM candidate), director of executive events, Kenvue
Felicia started her career 23+ years ago with an exhibit house before transitioning into an event marketing role with Johnson & Johnson. She recently joined Kenvue, the Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health spin off. Her experience gives her a unique perspective and understanding of event strategy and execution. Felicia aligns her events with the overall organizational strategy and business objectives to maximize value in advancing advocacy, increasing attitudinal equity and product utilization.
Kimberly Kee, Senior Event Marketing Leader
Kimberly is a high-energy marketing professional with decades of leadership experience over a broad spectrum of events and trade show programs. She enjoys creating experiences that inspire, delight, and educate audiences. Kimberly has managed programs for MCI, Hughes, Boeing, Arrow, and TeamViewer. She enjoys sharing her knowledge through storytelling and real-life experiences.
Scott Leech, senior partner, BrandSpeak Communications
Scott Leech knows audiences. When he's not in front of one, he's strategizing how clients can attract and impress them. With over 25 years' experience creating and producing live events, Scott combines fundamental and effective communication strategies with a deep knowledge and passion for the most cutting-edge technology. He's also a fanatic follower of live music and local theater.
G. Dan Lumpkin, CMC (certified management consultant), president/CEO, Lumpkin & Associates
G. Dan Lumpkin has been a member of our faculty since our show began. His " Ask Dan" is among the favorites of many of our readers for years. He is President of Lumpkin & Associates, a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop top leaders for tomorrow. A graduate of the University of Tennessee, a Certified Management Consultant and Certified Reality Therapist. He is recognized as one of the top consultants worldwide.
Bob Milam (CTSM candidate), Trade Show Bob
Trade Show Bob, a past All-Star Award winner, knows a few things about trade show performance. Bob has produced winning campaigns for companies in diverse industries from food ingredients, super-computing, and cosmetics, to water treatment, apartment leasing and computer graphics. Always on the lookout to add value to the trade show experience for attendees, exhibitors, and organizers alike, Bob loves to see companies' exhibit programs blossom under the leadership of competent and confident Exhibit Managers.
Ian Sequeira, vice president of strategy, research and insights, Freeman
Ian Sequeira, VP, Strategy, Research & Insights at Freeman, has 39 years of research experience in the trade show and events industry. He is a well-respected industry speaker, an active member of IAEE, and a member of the CEIR Board of Directors. He also received IAEE's Distinguished Services Award. Ian has a B.S. degree in Economics from Allegheny College, Meadville, PA., and an MBA from the American University in Washington D.C.
Todd Simon, chief marketing technologist, Predictive Presentation Technologies LLC
Todd Simon is currently the Chief Marketing Technologist at Predictive Presentation Technologies LLC, a company that specializes in non-linear, adaptive presentation technologies. Mr. Simon earned a degree in Psychology and Business from Emory University in Atlanta, GA, with a concentration in cogitative processing, human attention and awareness. Todd has successfully designed and implemented highly effective sales, marketing, and presentation programs for such clients as 3M, Nortel, IBM, RockTenn, Freeman, MC2, and many others.
Pete Smith, president, SmithImpact
Stroke survivor. International speaker. Author. Coffee shop owner. Wrestling coach. Helping people run their race to win. Author of Dare to Matter, the #1 Best Seller in the HR and Personnel Management Category, and the #2 Best Seller in the Business Motivation and Self-Improvement category. Using a combination of hilarious wit and profound wisdom, Pete educates, entertains, and challenges his audiences to BE more, DO more, and MATTER more... and shows them how.
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